This bill revises education laws to enhance the role of religious practices and materials in schools. It specifically allows the use of religious books during free reading and for self-selected reading requirements, thereby promoting the inclusion of religious texts in students' reading options. Additionally, the bill expands and clarifies the authorization of prayer in schools, ensuring that students and staff have the ability to engage in prayer within the educational environment.

The bill also includes an amendment to Section 20-7-112 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), although the specific changes to this section are not detailed in the summary. Overall, the legislation aims to create a more accommodating atmosphere for religious expression in educational settings, reflecting a commitment to religious freedom and diversity in school curricula. The bill will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
HB0745_1.pdf: 20-7-112
Introduced: 20-7-112